TYKES -5-7year olds (loaner stick available)-Training is designed for the new youth player looking to learn all the basic fundamentals in a short time. Sessions are reduced to fit the age and are made to be FUN! Mon, Tues, Wed each week for 2 weeks, 6:30-7:30pm

LEVEL 1 (stick only required)Training is designed for the new lacrosse player looking to learn all the basic fundamentals in a short time. Level 1 will cover the following basic topics and skills:LEVEL 1 Participants will learn:
Brief history of the sport Introduction to Faceoff’s
Basic Cradling Inside Shooting
Catching Throwing Dodging
Ground Balls Off-Ball Movement
Wall Ball Explained Shooting on the Run
Stick Care Checking
Throwing on the run Footwork
Time and Space Shooting Man on Man Defense
The Rules of Lacrosse Intro to Goalie

NOTE: High school players brand new to lacrosse may be best served by attending 2 or 3 sessions of Level 1 training and then switching to Level 2 when they are ready. We find that high school players pick up the basic fundamentals quicker then younger players and therefore may not need the entire Level 1 clinic. Starter sticks can be purchased in our online store or at the camp for $60. Our sticks are preconfigured by our trained staff to ensure success. ONLINE STORE

LEVEL 2 - Boys Only (full equipment required)Training is for Level 1 graduates and those players with experience. We will teach new players all aspects of the game and advance their skills in preparation for the upcoming season. Each session will reinforce previous lessons and cover new topics and skills. Each Level 2 session will include 1/2 hour of scrimmaging or instructed play. Level 2 will cover advanced Level 1 topics and the following advanced topics and skills:
WEEKLY SCRIMMAGES
Advanced Drills
Team Offense
Team Defense
Rides and Clears
Man-Up & Man-Down

TOP AREA COACHES:

Our coaches are some of the best in South Florida and have over 50 years combined experience coaching youth lacrosse!

•Boys Bantam - current K through 2nd grades
•Boys Youth - current 3rd through 5th grades
•Boys Middle - current 6th through 8th grades
•Boys High School/College/Adult - current 9th grade on up
•Girls Middle School - Current 4th through 8th grades
•Girls High School/College/Adult - current 9th grade on up

>>Private instruction is the single best way to make a difference in your game.<<

- For the new players, private instruction with our veteran staff will ensure you will progress with a sound foundation in your skills and knowledge - no bad habits to break. Combine the instruction with work on your own and you will be up to speed with the 1st and 2nd year players quickly. Five or 10 lesson packs are best and work great with a friend.- Experienced players will get skill correction, fine tuning and advanced training in specific aspects of the game such as dodging, shooting, scoring, faceoffs, defensive checks, team play to name a few. You pick the area on which you would like to focus or we can analyze your skills and focus where appropriate.

Our coaches have played and coached the game at many levels for many years (see more on About Us page). We are college experienced and US Lacrosse trained. Get the best training to be the best.

RATES:

Single player- one hour $70

GROUP:

Two players - one hour $45 (each) Four players - one hour $25 (each) Six players - one hour $15 (each) Groups of 10-12 includes 2 coaches, one hour $15 (each), two hours $25 (each)Larger Groups can be accommodated as requested Players in groups should be of similar skill level

*BONUS: Also included with the 10 lesson pack is a player performance assessment at the beginning and end of training period (10 or more lessons) with individual training program.

YOUTH COACH OPTION: We also offer a youth coach option for young players. Chris Dunne is an 8th grader at Pine Crest and has been playing the game for 9 years. He has also been coaching young players and teams for 3 years. Chris is great with kids and knows how to teach the skills. Indicate Coach Chris below if you would like him as coach. Chris' coach rate is $25 per hour.

All Lessons can be tailored as desired.

Players should arrive 10 min early to all lessons, warmed up and ready to go, to maximize the training time.

Schedule a training session

with Coach Pete Dunne

COACHES:

Pete Dunne
- a New Jersey native, Pete who played his high school lacrosse with state finalist Peddie School in Hightstown, NJ. He went on to play his college lacrosse at long-time powerhouse University of Virginia. Pete was recognized in the Atlantic Coast Conference Honor Roll in 1977 and 1978. After college he played 2 years with the New Jersey Lacrosse club and 16 years with the Ft. Lauderdale Flamingos Lacrosse Club bringing home seven state championships and five Defenseman of the Year honors. Pete has played with Virginia Masters, Team Florida, Team Texas and Team Vail in numerous tournaments such as the Vail Lacrosse Shootout, Lake Placid Summit Lacrosse Tournament, and the Florida Lacrosse Classic. Over the years Pete has held coaching positions at University of Miami, Trinity Episcopal HS, Gulliver Prep, Weston Varsity Club and Archbishop McCarthy HS. Pete has also been on staff for numerous local camps including Premier Players, Flamingo Lacrosse Academy, South Florida Select and Shanahan's MVP Lacrosse. Pete has been a division lead for the Lacrossewear Fall League and Head Coach for Davie rec teams, Davie U13 All-Stars, South Florida Select U11 teams, and Broward Barracudas U17. Pete was inducted into the US Lacrosse Hall of Fame (South Florida Chapter) on May 2, 2009.

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING:

"Coach Pete,Mitchell, Benny, and I wanted to take this opportunity to thank you for the private lacrosse lessons you provided to Benny this summer before the summer league began. You were technically proficient, enthusiastic, thorough, punctual, responsible, kind, and very patient. Your energy and passion for the game certainly rubbed off on Benny. He learned so much through your instruction and after taking the lessons, and playing the Summer League, never wants to put his lacrosse stick down!! You are a model instructor and coach and we hope that Benny has the opportunity to learn more from you as he continues to enjoy the sport in the coming season and in the years ahead. Again, thank you for your spirit, your sportsmanship, and your help!" Warm regards,
Judi, Mitchell, and Benny (7th grader)

"Coach Pete and the Davie lacrosse league is the reason my son now eats, drinks and sleeps lacrosse! My son loves the sport and we have met many great parents and coaches that have not only helped him become a better player but person as well...many thanks." Madeleine (mom of 7th grader)

"Coach Pete, I want to thank you for the terrific private lessons you gave my son Gabriel. We signed up because Gabriel thought he might be interested in playing Lacrosse but knew absolutely nothing about the game. With your help, it was thrilling to watch how quickly he learned the basics, as well as how his excitement about the game grew after each lesson. By the time he played in the summer league it was apparent how much the lessons had helped. Gabriel now loves the game of Lacrosse and is looking forward to playing every chance he gets. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and passion for the sport with my son."

Ellen (mom of 7th grader)

"One on one, private instruction was just what our son needed to take it to the next level. He was given instruction on the finer points of the game and the small things that he individually needed to work on to get better. If your son or daughter loves lacrosse and is motivated to become his or her best, we would highly recommend private instruction. It has made noticeable improvements to our son's level of play." Jim (dad of 7th grader)

"My wife and I are so grateful to have Coach Pete work with our nine year old twin boys, both on the Barracudas lacrosse team, as well as in private lessons. His time is in great demand and it is evident to us why. The dynamics of twins can be challenging and Coach Pete has an innate ability to recognize the individual differences in his athletes and hand-tailor his guidance to achieve maximum effectiveness. This approach encouraged our boys to believe in themselves and to do more than they thought they could. He always makes it a practice to catch his athletes doing things right and also uses their mistakes as valuable constructive teaching opportunities. His passion for lacrosse is infectious and thanks to Coach Pete, the twins have "caught the bug" like their older sisters. Thank you, Coach Pete!"Jason and Holly (parents of 4th graders)

"I just wanted to thank you for the one-on-one private lessons you provided to my son, Sean. My son has not stopped talking about how much he has learned. He can't wait to apply his new skills he has acquired from the lessons in the new season. I highly recommend your private lessons to any player serious enough about taking their game to the next level" Jim (dad of 7th grader)